Baikonur, Space launch city in Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
The city stretches along the Syr Darya River banks, containing multiple launch pads, residential areas, research facilities, and space-related infrastructure within its territory.
The Soviet Union established this strategic location in 1955 as a missile testing ground, which later became the primary launch site for space missions.
The International Space School in Baikonur trains students from multiple countries in space sciences, mathematics, and engineering with specialized programs.
Reaching Baikonur requires obtaining special permits from Russian authorities at least two months before travel, as the city operates under Russian jurisdiction.
The Baikonur History Museum displays 15,000 artifacts related to space exploration, including original equipment from early Soviet space missions.
Location: Қызылорда облысы
Inception: 1955
Elevation above the sea: 100 m
Website: http://baikonuradm.ru
GPS coordinates: 45.63000,63.31400
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:37
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